Gang Injunctions Make Neighborhoods Safer

California cities have struggled for decades to combat the gang-related crime and violence that destroy lives and neighborhoods. Despite those efforts, gangs remain a seemingly intractable problem.

In gang-plagued areas, residents face fear and intimidation every day as they are surrounded by crimes from drug dealing to murder. To rein in gang violence and ease the climate of fear, California cities are increasingly turning to gang injunctions, which have proven very effective in not only reducing crime but also in significantly improving the quality of life for neighborhood residents.

Tricia Hynes’ practice is focused on litigation of federal constitutional issues, with an emphasis on civil rights litigation and law enforcement liability. In addition to her courtroom practice, Ms. Hynes advises law enforcement clients on issues ranging from use of force and vehicle pursuit policies to public records act requests, and she leads the firm’s Pitchess defense practice. For more information on Gang Injunctions, please contact Tricia Hynes at 510.808.2000.